About

THE ROYAL EXCHANGE IS A LANDMARK RESTAURANT situated in the heart of San Francisco’s Financial District since 1972. One of the city’s best-kept secrets for good eats and drinks, the Royal is a place for everyone in need of a dose of nourishment for body, mind and spirit. Our warm, lively pub and casual American eatery boasts 72 taps, specializing in 32 different micro, imported and domestic beers, as well as a host of inventive cocktails. Housed with 17 televisions and satellite access, the Royal Exchange is the perfect place to cheer on your favorite sports team.

Whether it be for lunch, solo dining, afternoon snacks or an after-work gathering or a private event, now’s the time to grab your friends and tell them to “Meet Me at the Royal.’’

Dining Style

Casual Dining

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Cuisines

American, Californian, Burgers

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Hours of operation

Lunch and Dinner: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 11:00pm

We are closed on Saturday and Sunday but do host private events on the weekends.

The Royal Exchange can accommodate parties with up to 200 people. Our space is great for holiday parties, birthday bashes, sporting events, and more. We include service and all food and beverage in our cost, there is no "rental fee". We have places for live entertainment, and also a stereo system.

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Private party contact

Royal Exchange: (888) 560-1707

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Catering

We do cater to local businesses, our full menu is available and more options are coming soon. Please call.

Watch your favorite team on one of our 17 televisions or stop by before you head over to a San Francisco Giants home game. We show all major sporting events, and have a great sports bar atmosphere so come and cheer for your team. Meet your friends for lunch or after work to enjoy one of the 32 micro, domestic or imported beers on tap and delicious American-style pub food. We serve delicious food as well as offer a full bar with innovative and delicious cocktails. Some of our most popular dishes are our NY Steak, Cioppino & the Royal Cobb Salad. We are also known for our burgers that are served any way you like it!

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Special events & promotions

The Royal is closed on the weekends and is available to host private events such as birthday parties, cocktail parties, corporate events & holiday parties. We have great rates and a fun space. Please call owner Mike O'Brien with any inquiries.

805 is a light, approachable brew. Born from an all malt recipe and finished with a touch of hops, slightly sweet with a clean finish. Clear pale golden, balance of sweet citrus malt, grassy hops, citrus-y and floral

$7.00

Firestone Pale 31, Pale Ale, Paso Robles, CA, abv: 4.8%

An ode to California, the 31st state to be added to the union, this dry-hopped pale ale represents bold yet approachable spirit that embodies the state

$8.75

Goose island Matilda, Belgian Style Pale Ale, Chicago, IL, abv: 7%

Wild in character, with slightly fruity aroma and spicy yeast flavor as unique as it is satisfying - an intriguing choice for beer and wine lovers alike

$8.00

Grapefruit Sculpin Ipa, India Pale Ale, San Diego, CA, abv: 7%

Light amber color with a crisp bitter finish due to the grapefruit rind quality. Thus enhancing the citrus aroma of the hops creating a refreshing dry finish.

Blend of "young" (33%) and "older" (67%) beer matured in oak vats. High percentage of the older ripened-in-oak beer gives a complex and intense bouquet with very long aftertaste like a Grand Cru wine. Complex with lots of wood and fruity esters, wine-like with a balsamic vinegar aroma. Sharp taste, fruity, refreshing, with balanced Madeira-like sweetness

$7.50

Smithwick's Irish Ale, Irish Red Ale, Ireland, abv: 4.5%

Clear beer with rich ruby color and creamy head. Refreshing and clean with gentle balance of bitterness from hops added early in the boil. Sweet, malty notes from ale malt and hint of coffee from roasted barley

One of my favorite "go to" restaurants with friends for lunch. The food is consistently good and the service is great. I love getting a booth because it's much quieter than sitting at a table or the bar. Highly recommended!

We had a special occasion/business meal for some executive managers treating us graphic designers for all the hard work we had done, and this is the spot we all picked as our 'favorite local dining casual spot' to have some good food, conversations, and drinks (good beer selection!!). We had a great time, great food, always a good time here. However, sadly to report, upon arrival we were not greeted and did not get our reservation (hostess gave our table to a walk in group right before us). We told her we had a reservation for 1:15p (as we had to get back to work by 2:15p) but ended up being late back to work because we had to wait for the next party of 5 table opening and did not get seated on time, kind of disappointing since we made a reservation :( Offered community table but we purposely wanted our own table since we reserved it. Would be nice in future the reservations be honored for people who need to get back to work. Thanks for the great spot to grab food and beers!!!

I've probably been going to The Royal Exchange for over 20 years. I've always enjoyed the food and atmosphere. They must have a new chef because the food quality, and menu have improved. It's not just bar food any more. A good upgrade in flavor and choices!!

We both had the special steak salad, recommended by our fabulous waitress. It exceeded our expectations!!! I love this restaurant. The wait staff is excellent and the food is so yummy. Everything I order is a 10 in my book!

I have been going to Royal Exchange for many years, both when I worked downtown and after I retired. It has never disappointed: good food, good bar and great service. It is my first choice for week day lunches or afternoon happy hour.

Because of its proximity to those meeting for lunch, I selected the Royal Exchange. Having had a good lunch there before, it seemed worth a try. After all, it is colorful, a watering hole for the younger types, but seemed OK for a business lunch (Its menu has enough variation to satisfy most tastes, its wine list is good, & its prices are relatively reasonable for its location.). The 4 of us arrived at varied times. I arrived first & got one of their "quiet tables." As each diner arrived, the service was prompt. As the place filled, the noise gave the sense of a good vibe, but was neither overly loud nor unduly raucous. We spent about 75 - 90 minutes. Everyone was pleased with their food (including the vegetarian), their wine or beverage, their ability to be part of the conversation, & the price was reasonable.

I went to Royal Exchange for a happy hour with my co-workers on a Tuesday after work. The food was very good, nice portion size. The drinks were your typical happy hour prices for the city (special cocktails between $4-$7 and beer was right around $5-$6). However, the service was not exceptional. We made a reservation for 8 and the waitress only came around a few times to refill our orders. When she was there, she was not very attentive.

They take your order on an iPhone instead of writing it down. Maybe I'm a little old school, even though I am on the young end of the millennial generation, by when you are looking at a phone when taking my order I automatically think you are texting or checking social media - it is a very disconnecting experience (something small to complain about but it has a big impact on overall experience).